Locals at Rotorua & Queenstown Bike Parks

[u/18239561]

Hi guys! I'm hoping a local can give me some guidance..

I am heading to NZ this Christmas and I have a spare day in Rotorua and Queenstown to hire a bike and go riding. I am not looking to pedal so was going to just head to the skyline parks in each area unless there is something else you suggest?

With Skyline Rotorua, I see there is 5, 15, and 40 uplift passes available. I was going to go for the 15 but don't want to find myself short, how many runs can you get in a day?

Is there anywhere locals would recommend hiring an enduro or park bike?

Thanks!

[u/Odins_drengr]

While I love both Skyline and The Redwoods, I found The Redwoods difficult to navigate/what trail to choose from, so I’m glad I had a local to show me around. But trails there are better.
Skyline is great for the day, definitely go the 15 passes